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stupendous silhouette of castle piercing through hazy fog reminds me of your shadow as you come to meet me at twilight mixed hues of spectral sky reflected in dreamy water in furrowed thick impasto of amber and sandstone are glowing ember of your undying love. Notes: Claude Monet painted a series of impressionist oil paintings of the Palace of Westminster, home of the British Parliament, in the autumn of 1899 and the early months of 1900 and 1901 during stays in London. All of the series' paintings share the same viewpoint from Monet's window or a terrace at St Thomas' Hospital overlooking the Thames and the approximate canvas size of 81 cm × 92 cm (32 in × 36 3/8 in).They were, however, painted during different times of the day and weather conditions. This one was during sunset. ( Photo and reference credits to Wikipedia). 20 May 2021 For "All Yours ( May 20) Poetry Contest" Sponsored by Brian Strand 1st place

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Date: 6/1/2021 3:23:00 PM
Verses painted as only a true poet can do. Casting in ink the thoughts, feelings, renderings that Art, that its masterpieces gift, convey unto the beholder. Yours a masterpiece as well. A joy to feel, see, and read such beauty. A fav... God bless...
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Date: 5/26/2021 8:00:00 AM
This is beautiful and I love how you've used the castle's attributes to remind you of a certain somebody.
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Date: 5/24/2021 2:54:00 PM
your imagery is as amazing as the painting itself, a gorgeous poem JCB:-) hugs jan xx
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Date: 5/22/2021 6:49:00 PM
"Silhouette of castle, reminds me of your shadow" Such a beautiful thought. So tender and heartwarming, all at the same time. Your words caress the page with elegance and grace. :) Brandy
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Date: 5/21/2021 4:16:00 PM
gorgeous writing to go with the style of a painter who was so inspired!
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Date: 5/20/2021 5:11:00 AM
What else if not a winner when a painter and a poet come together in a joint venture! Congrats
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Date: 5/20/2021 3:39:00 AM
Wow. Beautifully done. I love it. Love Monet also. God bless you sweet friend. Love, Gina
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